Not everyone chooses to drink alcohol.

Reasons for not drinking alcohol can include religious views (e.g. alcohol is forbidden by Islam), medical reasons (conditions such as diabetes), being pregnant, not liking the taste or how it makes you feel.

In fact 1 in 10 people
in the UK do not drink.

• Drink plenty of water to keep
hydrated & minimise your hangover

• Drink slowly & pace yourself to avoid alcohol poisoning

• Drink on a full stomach

• Make sure you’re in a safe environment (don't drink near railway lines or roads)

• Always stay with your mates and look out for each other

• Know how you’re getting home, don’t walk alone or get into unlicensed cabs

• If someone passes out put them in the recovery position & dial 999. Stay with them until help arrives.